Hanningfield Spooky Spells and Pongy Potions

 Hanningfield Reservoir Visitors Centre, Hawkswood Road, Downham, Chelmsford, Essex CM11 1WT Hanningfield Reservoir Visitors Centre, Hawkswood Road, Downham, Chelmsford, Essex CM11 1WT - Map Directions
29 October 2026
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Price
£ 5.64
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Meeting point

Please find us on the mound outside the visitor centre. Signs will direct to to the right place.

Time

10am- 11am, 11:15am- 12:15am, 1pm- 2pm, and 2:15pm- 3:15pm

About the event

This half-term break, join in for spooky spells by making sparks and gather pongy potion ingredients! Look out for weird and wonderful wildlife, then make your wand and cast your spell. A great family session for the autumn.

Recommended for ages 6+, all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Can't make this event? We have lots of toad-ally awesome family fun events planned this October half term holiday - find another event here!

FAQs

Who needs a ticket to attend?

All children participating will require a ticket to attend.

Where do we meet?

Meet on the mound behind the visitor centre.

Will the activities take place outside?

Yes,  we will be outside for the whole session.

Where are you based?

We are located in Mid-Essex, local to Chelmsford, Ingatestone, Billericay, Wickford, South Woodham Ferrers, and Basildon.

Is there parking?

Yes. We have a large free car park.

What should we wear?

Please dress for being outside - lots of layers. If it has been raining, the paths will be muddy and have lots of puddles, so wellies or boots are advised.

Are there toilets?

Toilets are located inside the visitor centre.

Is there a café?

The visitor centre has a shop and café serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, and light lunches.

Can we bring a dog?

Assistance dogs are welcome at our events.

Find out more about Hanningfield here!

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